2009 Karate Summer Camp Week of July 13-17 Click Here For All The Details! Welcome to my website! I'm guessing you're probably here looking for information about karate or jiu jitsu lessons for yourself or your child. If so, read this entire letter! It will give you a good overview of who I am, my teaching philosophy, how long I've been teaching adults, teens and kids karate and jiu jitsu and most importantly how I can help you! My name is Jim Fortunato. I’m the owner and head instructor of one of the most successful martial arts schools in New Jersey...Fortunato Karate. We are located in Mantua Township and we were voted "The Best Martial Arts School of Gloucester County in 2004 and 2005" For over 13 years, I’ve been teaching, training, coaching & mentoring children like yours with personal development and character building tools found only in my unique approach to martial arts. In a minute I’m going to show you how you and/or your child can sample a karate or jiu jitsu lesson with me Free of Charge!! In 1996, I opened up Fortunato Karate at Timberline Plaza in Sewell, NJ. I've been at this location ever since. My teaching philosophy is simple. I teach people how to develop personally, mentally and physically, while having fun in the process. My kids classes are based on character development, leadership skills, focus, respect, discipline. I teach my students what it means to work hard and train hard. My adult classes are based on physical fitness, reality-based combat and self-defense. Adults primarly learn a solid foundation in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which was made famous by the legendary Gracie family from Rio de Janerio, Brazil. Adults of all ages learn at their own pace, there are no egos or tough-guy attitudes at our school. We have ex-jocks to business executives training with us. Top 5 Reasons To Train At Fortunato Karate! 1. You get me as your instructor. I'm highly involved in all the day to day activities of Fortunato Karate. Yes, I do have an EXCELLENT group of Assistant Instructors who teach as well. However, they are under the direct oversight of me! That means that you can feel confident you are getting the highest level of professional martial arts instruction. 2. You are treated like family. Why?...because in a sense we are! We are all share one thing in common. We train in the martial arts together. So when you decide to train at Fortunato Karate you will become part of the family. Please note: There are no 'clicks' or 'special clubs' that give some students special treatment while others are excluded. Everyone is equal here in that sense. 3. My unique training techniques allows you to move at your own pace. I will motivate, inspire and push each individual student to work to his or her fullest potential. I DO NOT compare students one to the next. I'll only compare you to you. I'll help you realize your strenghts and I'll show you how to work on your weaknesses. 4. You'll learn 'Mental Toughness'. This is where the rubber meets the road. Sure, physical skills and prowess is great but if your 'mindset' isn't right, all is lost. Mental Toughness is the secret ingredient I use to help all of my students ascend to the world class level. 5. It's FUN, FUN, FUN! (...but don't take my word for it...feel free to stop by and watch our exciting classes or visit our testimonial page and read what others are saying. "I Was Laughed At, Teased and Bullied As a Child But Now I've Got The Confidence and Skills Needed To Protect Myself... ...Even If An Attacker Broke In My House After reading the above statement I bet you're thinking either: "That was pretty funny!" or "This guy is really arrogant!". The truth is I've been called both. But seriously...I truly want you to know that if martial arts training can work for me if can work for you and your child. The trick is you need the right training. And since nowadays, you'll find more karate schools in town that you will McDonalds, it's important to know what to look for when choosing a school. I'm going to give you a few ways we help our students and then at the end of this letter invite you in to try a FREE, No obligation trail karate lesson so you can 'test' it for yourself.
Now remember, martial arts training is not JUST about learning how to ”kick, block, and punch.“ Most times our biggest challenges in life isn't from a 'physical' confrontation. It usually comes from our own inner fears and self doubt. I call it 'NEGATIVE SELF TALK', and here is what it sounds like. Kids will say things like: · ”I’m not as smart as Billy.“ · ”I don’t get what my teacher is saying.“ · ”I wish I was as (strong, pretty, tall) as Suzie.“ · ”Why does Joey keep giving me a bad time?“ · ”Why can’t I be as popular as Jill?“ The BIG question is: How do you get your child to fight these demons? You know the problem but your child has a tough time even telling you about them. Never mind how they might conquer them. Well, the good news is, I have a proven solution. A program that has already worked for over 1,000 children. A ‘cycle of success’ your child can learn easier than you think. I call it, ”The Black Belt Success Cycle.“ Let me tell you it’s secret: To repeat: Martial Arts are less about your child learning to fight others, and more about fighting…himself. His innermost fears. Conquer them, and your child unleashes within himself a powerful, unstoppable force. A force that gives him the strength to kick down the doors of his own self doubts, a force that opens your child to the exalting power of values. In other words, when your child uses the discipline of martial arts to conquer his fears, he has power to transfer that discipline to all other areas of his life. I know of no other sport that does this better than martial arts. (I should know. Remember, I’ve been teaching it for over 10 years.) Now, you may be asking, how does all this ”values“ stuff work? And why does karate manage to do a better job teaching it? Again, more than any other sport, Karate gives your child the chance to explore his or her innate powers. They'll marvel, (as will you) as they increase in strength, flexibility endurance, balance, and confidence. Yet this is only the start... In fact, physical skills act as a foundation for something much more important: the development of value skills. Here is an example of what I mean, I'll show you how it works. ...Like this... Courage: Your child finds the courage to move outside of his or her comfort zone and think 'outside the box'. As a result he becomes able to face the challenge of more difficult karate skills. He is no longer afraid of being afraid. He learns that whatever he sows, he reaps. He learns to stop looking, comparing and worrying about others and starts looking at himself. Now he suddenly sees his life as a constant, never-ending journey that gives him an opportunity to learn and grow. Staying power: Your child finds joy in improving her physical stamina. She can walk farther, run longer, practice skills until she gets them right. In turn, she learns not to give up. She sticks things out. With the help of her teachers, she strives harder, longer to reach her goals. Even if she fails she perseveres. She won’t let her self doubts get in the way of finding ultimate solutions. ”Where performance is measured, performance improves.“ Yet, your child has to first accept where he or she stands now. That means measuring current strengths. Above all, she learns that to succeed, she needs to be honest with herself and others. Keener focus: He learns to make eye contact with his teachers, parents and coaches (and anyone else he is talking to.) He pays greater attention to what each teacher says. He knows and accepts where he stands. These are just three of the powerful, energizing values your child will get from the learning and applying”The Black Belt Success Cycle“. You can also look forward to your child developing:
Well, I think I've said enough. Now it's your turn. Pick up the phone and call me at 856-464-0402 My Beginner Karate for Kids Class is starting now! Pick up the phone and give me a call for all the details. What I am offering you is a great opportunity for your child. But it's ultimately up to you to decide whether or not my karate class is for you. So, if you're child is ready to enjoy an awesome karate program that is a whole lot of fun - then I am here and ready to teach you karate. Sincerely, Jim Fortunato P.S. There's no 'hard sell' when you decide to call me. As a matter of fact, I'm NOT looking to 'sell you' anything. What I want to do is show you what Fortunato Karate is all about and answer all of your questions. I want to help you make an educated, well-informed decision about martial arts training for you and your family. P.P.S. If for some reason the above mentioned times do not work for you and your child please call and let me know so I can fit you into another class time. | |
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